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St Mary's is a great university if youre a person that wants to work hard and be in a close knit environment. Its a nice, calm campus; not really for party animals. With any university, you come out with what youve put into it. St marys has a small body of students, so you can get more one on one help from professors, and the attention you need to excel. I would definitely recommend it if you want to stay in Maryland.

-you are seeking a degree for the sake of getting a degree
-you are an average or below average student
-you grew up in a rural community -you don't need crazy party life -you want to be whoever you areComing from a private school education I found the academics to be anything but challenging however some of my slacker friends barely passed. It is what you put into it. That said, I am seeking to transfer in my sophomore year for the chance at a more demanding education and a more meaningful degree. Additionally, take a look at each of the school's list of majors that you are applying to. If you are unsure about your future line of study, I recommend leaning towards the school with a broader list of options. St. Mary's covers all of the basic majors however does not delve into anything specific. Teachers are very nice and approachable, especially with a population of 1800 students and really no competition to get time with your teachers. (exceptions being in mathematics fields)

Coming to this college was by far the worst decision I have ever made in my life. The teachers are arrogant, the administration is overpaid, the buildings are horrible and falling apart. The programs are horrible two, and they focus on making the work extra hard, yet not substantive and practical in terms of the data that your learning. Additionally, they maintain sabbatical funding for teachers, yet can't find funding for a tutoring center or basic building repairs. If you want to waste your money and your life, then St Mary's College of Maryland is the school for you. I regret coming here so much, that I am literately about to write a letter to the governors office telling them how horrible this state school is. This is not some angry student, for I came here with the best of intentions. Yet each semester I regret my decision more and more, it's just to late for me to transfer colleges (otherwise I would).